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Have We No Rights? A frank discussion of the "rights" of missionaries

By Mabel Williamson
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The author questions assumptions about personal entitlements among mission workers and examines what rights, if any, may be claimed while serving in cross-cultural fields. Using personal anecdotes, pastoral reflection, and engagement with Scripture, chapters address practical and emotional concerns—standards of living, health safeguards, privacy, management of time and private affairs, romantic relationships, home life, choice of companions, feelings of superiority, and leadership within the mission. The discussion balances realism about hardship with guidance on communal responsibility, humility, and the tension between individual preferences and vocational commitment.

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Mabel Williamson

Mabel Williamson was an author known for her thought-provoking work on the complexities of missionary rights and ethics. Her notable book, "Have We No Rights? A frank discussion of the 'rights' of missionaries," delves into the moral implications and responsibilities of missionaries in their work. Williamson's writing encourages readers to critically examine the intersection of faith, culture, and the rights of individuals in the context of missionary activities. Through her exploration of these themes, she contributes to the broader discourse on social justice and ethical engagement in religious missions.

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